“I like best to have one book in my hand, and a stack of others on the floor beside me, so as to know the supply of poppy and mandragora will not run out before the small hours.”
— Dorothy Parker
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There is a distinct kind of magic in knowing your bedside escape is well-stocked for the night. 📚✨ Dorothy Parker captured this feeling best: “I like best to have one book in my hand, and a stack of others on the floor beside me, so as to know the supply of poppy and mandragora will not run out before the small hours.” How many books are currently piled up by your bed? Let us know your current midnight read in the comments below!
About this quote
In our fast-paced world filled with endless notifications and daily pressures, Dorothy Parker’s words offer a comforting reminder of the sanctuary we find in storytelling. That towering stack of books beside the bed isn't just a reading list; it represents a tangible promise of escape, comfort, and quiet solace when the weight of the day becomes too heavy. The 'poppy and mandragora'—ancient symbols of sleep and deep rest—speak to the healing power of getting lost in another world, where our worries can finally quiet down until the early hours of the morning. Life often demands our constant energy, leaving us searching for ways to soothe our souls in the stillness of the night. This quote encourages us to carve out sacred moments of self-care and protect our peace through the simple act of reading. By keeping our personal sanctuaries stocked with inspiration, imagination, and comfort, we ensure that no matter how loud the waking world gets, we always have a gentle refuge waiting just for us in the dark.
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